5+ Days Ago
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5537 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USA|East Germantown
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Property Overview
This property, JAM-5537-53, holds a commendable Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. It showcases notable high ceilings and stands out with exceptional ratings across price, amenities, and location, each at 9 out of 10, indicating a well-balanced value. Additionally, it offers transparency and trustworthiness with an 8 out of 10 rating, highlighting a clear and thorough property description, complemented by proximity to top-rated educational institutions.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 2,500 sqft | $1,300 /mo | 1 unit available | Creative Commercial Space Available – Perfect for Studios & Innovative Uses Discover a versatile commercial space ideal for creative professionals and entrepreneurs. Whether you’re looking to open an art studio, dance studio, photography studio, fitness practice, recording space, or other innovative concept, this property offers the flexibility to bring your vision to life. ✨ Highlights: Open, adaptable layout for a wide range of uses Natural light and high ceilings (where applicable) Convenient Philadelphia location with easy access for clients and collaborators Supportive management team committed to helping your business succeed This space is best suited for artistic, wellness, and professional uses – a blank canvas for you to create and grow your business. |
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Amenities for JAM-5537-53
Apartment Amenities
| Music Studio | Water |
Grounds
| Event Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Building details
Property details
| Units | 9 |
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About JAM-5537-53
Creative Commercial Space Available – Perfect for Studios & Innovative Uses Discover a versatile commercial space ideal for creative professionals and entrepreneurs. Whether you’re looking to open an art studio, dance studio, photography studio, fitness practice, recording space, or other innovative concept, this property offers the flexibility to bring your vision to life. ✨ Highlights: Open, adaptable layout for a wide range of uses Natural light and high ceilings (where applicable) Convenient Philadelphia location with easy access for clients and collaborators Supportive management team committed to helping your business succeed This space is best suited for artistic, wellness, and professional uses – a blank canvas for you to create and grow your business.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, JAM-5537-53 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, JAM-5537-53 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
JAM-5537-53 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
JAM-5537-53 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including event space. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, JAM-5537-53 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
JAM-5537-53 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While JAM-5537-53 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How JAM-5537-53 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 2045 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in East Germantown
studio apartments at JAM-5537-53 cost about 32% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in East Germantown.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
East Germantown
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,195 |
| December 2023 | $1,196 |
| January 2024 | $1,200 |
| February 2024 | $1,195 |
| March 2024 | $1,162 |
| April 2024 | $1,185 |
| May 2024 | $1,200 |
| June 2024 | $1,210 |
| July 2024 | $1,204 |
| August 2024 | $1,195 |
| September 2024 | $1,191 |
| October 2024 | $1,180 |
| November 2024 | $1,196 |
| December 2024 | $1,199 |
| January 2025 | $1,206 |
| February 2025 | $1,208 |
| March 2025 | $1,209 |
| April 2025 | $1,194 |
| May 2025 | $1,222 |
| June 2025 | $1,225 |
| July 2025 | $1,227 |
| August 2025 | $1,198 |
| September 2025 | $1,195 |
| October 2025 | $1,193 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,198 |
| December 2023 | $1,015 |
| January 2024 | $982 |
| February 2024 | $875 |
| March 2024 | $966 |
| April 2024 | $1,136 |
| May 2024 | $1,073 |
| June 2024 | $1,108 |
| July 2024 | $1,000 |
| August 2024 | $1,050 |
| September 2024 | $950 |
| October 2024 | $933 |
| November 2024 | $975 |
| December 2024 | $966 |
| January 2025 | $949 |
| February 2025 | $912 |
| March 2025 | $896 |
| April 2025 | $910 |
| May 2025 | $928 |
| June 2025 | $1,041 |
| July 2025 | $976 |
| August 2025 | $995 |
| September 2025 | $993 |
| October 2025 | $989 |
Affordability calculator
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Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$52,000/yr
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Schools near JAM-5537-53
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School
430 e washington ln
philadelphia, PA, 19144
K-8Public
C-
Kenderton Elementary School
1500 w ontario st
philadelphia, PA, 19140
K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Philadelphia near 5537 Germantown Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 5537 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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